Studying Abroad With Illinois Wesleyan
An Illinois Wesleyan education is one that "deepens the specialized knowledge of a discipline with a comprehensive world view [and] affords the greatest possibilities for realizing individual potential while preparing students for democratic citizenship and life in a global society" (Mission Statement).
The International Office supports this commitment by helping students to study abroad, whether it is for a single semester or full year. Through this office, IWU students have the opportunity to study in hundreds of locations in over 70 different countries in almost every region of the world. We also have programs suited to just about every discipline offered on campus and for students at various points in their academic career.
As you consider your study abroad options, explore this site and make an appointment to talk with someone in the International Office.
Read about Culture Shock
Obtain a helpful list of what to bring with you overseas.
"I always thought that I understood myself and my place in the world, until I studied abroad in Poland"
Read more from Jessica Jacoby (CIEE Warsaw, 2007) and other study abroad alumni.
Visit us on facebook.
Benjamin A Gilman Scholarships for Study Abroad
The Gilman scholarship provides up to $5000 to support study abroad--and in the past 3 years, 11 IWU students have received awards. To learn more about the scholarship, please visit the Gilman website..
Upcoming Events
January 8 -- IWU Spain Program students depart
January 11 -- Pembroke Program application deadline, 4:00, the International Office
January 12 -- Spring Study Abroad Fair, 4:00-6:00, the Dug Out
January 16 -- Study Abroad Photo Contest deadline, 4:00, the International Office
January 17 -- "Bringing It Home: Making Study Abroad Word for You," workshop, 4:00, Myers Welcome Ctr. auditorium
January 31 -- Photo Contest voting on facebook ends
February 1 -- London Program application deadline, 4:00, the International Office
March 1 -- Summer/Fall study abroad application deadline, 4:00, the International Office
April 1 -- Mandatory Pre-Departure Orientation, 4:00-7:00, location TBA
April 15 -- Spain Program application deadline, 4:00, the International Office